FAQs

ISO certification …………………

ISO certification is an endorsement from a third-party body confirming that a company adheres to one of the international standards developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). It validates a business’s compliance with quality process standards as defined by ISO, a non-governmental organization that establishes specifications for products, services, and systems aimed at ensuring quality and efficiency. The ISO’s history dates back to the mid-20th century when international delegates gathered in London to create a new framework for global cooperation. Today, ISO has nearly 23,000 published standards across 164 countries. Companies seek ISO certification to demonstrate their commitment to quality standards, which are essential for international trade. The organization’s ultimate goal is to enhance global industrial welfare, improving safety and security levels worldwide.

ISO CERTIFICATION COST? …………………

ISO certification fees in Pakistan typically range from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 400,000. If consultancy services are required for certification, the cost may vary between Rs. 50,000 and Rs. 200,000, depending on the factors mentioned above.

How can achieve ISO Certification?…………………

To obtain ISO certification, you must develop and implement a quality management system that aligns with the principles of the latest ISO standard. Additionally, an audit must be conducted by a Certified Body (CB or Registrar) to evaluate the performance of your QMS against the current ISO standard.

ISO Certification Process? …………………

Here are the four essential steps to becoming an ISO-certified business:

1. Develop your management system

   • Identify your core business processes.
   • Document the processes with input from employees.
   • Review, approve, and distribute the documents to those who need access.

2. Implement your system

   • Ensure procedures are being followed as described in the documentation.
   • Provide proper training for employees on their tasks.
   • Create effective reporting systems for inspection, testing, corrective actions, preventive actions, management reviews, monitoring objectives, statistical techniques, and more.
   • Monitor the effectiveness of processes using measurable data, when possible.
   • Review and take action to improve as necessary.

3. Verify that your system is effective

   • Conduct an audit and assess the processes and system for compliance and effectiveness.
   • Observe, interview employees, and review sample records.
   • Identify and report strengths and weaknesses in the management system.

   • Take corrective or preventive actions as needed.

4. Register your system

   • Choose the appropriate auditing body for external registration.
   • Submit your management system documentation for review to ensure compliance with the applicable standard.
   • Prepare for an external audit to confirm that the system meets the required standards and is effectively implemented.

WHAT IS ISO DOCUMENTATION? …………………

ISO documentation refers to the set of documents that are required to be created, implemented, and maintained in order to comply with the standards established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). ISO documentation typically includes policies, procedures, guidelines, work instructions, forms, and records that define and describe the processes, activities, and controls necessary to achieve ISO Certification & compliance and maintain a quality management system. The specific requirements for ISO documentation may vary depending on the ISO standard being followed, such as ISO 9001 (quality management) or ISO 14001 (environmental management), as well as the organization’s size, industry, and scope of activities. However, the primary purpose of ISO documentation is to ensure consistency, transparency, and continuous improvement in an organization’s operations, while meeting the needs and expectations of its customers and stakeholders.